Nice post. I own a Code100h and run through a vintage 4x12 celestion G12t75 cab. This little modeler kicks ass. Basically, run it WITHOUT the cab simulator or with the simulation that matches your speaker setup, if you have less than a 4x12 cab. Only with a 4x12 cabinet can you effectively use all the other simulations. I challenge every doubter to set all settings to 5, turn off cab simulations, turn off all pedal modulations and run through every Marshall preamp model without a power amp model. Once you hear the bare bones of every one of Marshall’s historic lineup you’ll get chills upon realizing that once you learn to tweak settings you have a legitimate contender to all the amps that Marshall has to offer. This amp is not for millennial whiners or sissies who seek instant gratification. This amp NEEDS YOU to open her up and dial her in. It will take some time to experiment and truly feel at ease with it. You probably won’t be able to understand her right out of the gate, but if you use Marshall’s Code app, things are so much simpler. Hendrix, Navarro, Page, Waters, DeLeo, Thayill, Santana, Gibbons, Slash, Stradlin, Young, Cantrell, Morello, all all waiting to be unlocked within. This isn’t a toy, despite its size. This is a dream come true for us players who can never afford all of Marshall’s lineup. Get it.
*CLARIFICATION I believe only with a 4x12 cabinet, can the other SPEAKER simulations be used to their fullest. They are still acces otherwise, but results will not be as dynamic.
Great summary! I think this amp is highly underrated. The fact that it's not getting more love in general I think is possibly a combination of some marketing missteps and like I say in the video, judging the series from from the smaller combos. Again, they are probably great for bedroom playing but the head is a serious gigging/studio amplifier.
Well personally, I don’t care for Fender amps and their sparkly chorus and mirrors of reverb. I hate when I stumble upon those setting with my code, so I guess it’s pretty damn spot on for those models. I’m not being a snob, Fender is not my preferred tone. I play hard rock and Marshall’s are made for that. I can definitely dial in Mike Ness’s bassman tone with this code, though. I believe the 100H with a good cabinet is the best option when purchasing this amp. I think the combos are cool for bedrooms, but on stage the 100H is boss and is really not complicated at all AFTER you’ve really learned to use the programmable footswitch and gateway app. I know it’s scary to buy “digital” gear, but this one’s for real. You can buy 1 expensive head and then spend hundreds more on pedals and find maybe 2-3 good times, or buy this, and maybe just a wah or boost after your guitar signal, and find damn near every guitar tone since the 60’s.
Hey thanks! I really wanted to let people know how great this amp is especially for the money. The sound samples are not representative of how it sounds in person unfortunately but I think the CODE is totally underrated on TH-cam and in most reviews!
I read so many bad reviews on these amps but through chance bought the 100 H. Right out of the box I was disappointed with the 100 patches loaded on the amp, however.... once I downloaded the Gateway app and tried the additional 100 In App patches I found they sounded FAR superior to the amp presets. I ended up loading most of these to the amp along with some patches from the My Marshall website which ties into the Gateway App. The patches preloaded to the amp seemed to be quite harsh, synthetic sounding and very trebly. The In App patches have a smoother delivery and are responsive more akin to tube/valve amp they modelled on. I’m very pleased with the amp so far, the fact I can stream backing tracks to play and practice along to is also a great feature. P.S. The amp also sounds great with no FX or modelling selected, I run a Behringer Vintage Tube Monster pedal through the effects loop and it sounds superb
I've had this for a couple weeks. I think everything in this amp was created with the expectation that the cabinet simulations would be used. I have a 2x12 with vintage 30s and found that without cabinet simulation, the amp is so insanely bright and fizzy it's hard to use. The cabinet simulations seem to tame that a little.
@Bad Boys Boogie After EQing it more, I've gotten it better. Cabinet simulation made the bass a little too boomy- I found that gigging, the amp really wasn't too bright. Through the 2x12, I actually had to bring the resonance down a lot.
@@RobNY5150 Same! I have a lot of nice effects, so I use American clean with my Tele with a touch of reverb and use my pedals through an effects loop. The Jubilee model I set the gain around 5-6 and I find I can control the distortion with the volume controls on my Les Paul pretty well. I have mine paired with the 412 cab and my friends can't believe the sounds I can get out of this thing. Have a feeling this combo will be a future classic :)
@@DougZbikowski right now I'm using it through a 2x12 with vintage 30 speakers. I also have a DSL20 head so I switch on and off between the two heads through the 2x12.
appreciate your insight and video on this amp . i like your dsl crunch preset too, sounds great on my amp as well. I did add one thing to my head. I run a peavey/amr tube sweetener in the effects loop. It has 2- 12ax7's and 1- 12at7 and works well with this amp.I'm very pleased with this amp and the sweetener gives the compression and warmth of a tube amp.
@@miguelanxomuradolo2638 it is vintage gear, so you have to look on reverb, ebay, any place that sells used gear . they do come up .you just have to keep seaching till you can find one.
@@akacme8428 Thank you a lot for your answer. I know it's vintage gear; I'm looking for one across internet, but I only could find items already sold. I will keep trying, because I check in its technical specifications that it is a very good device; I hope they will come up one day. Thanks & regards ;-)
@@miguelanxomuradolo2638 I wanted to tell you about something I added to really liven up the code amp also, I added a Throbak Strange Master between my guitar and the input of the code. It is a copy of the infamous Dallas Range master. look it up and checkout the videos on u tube. the originals are 3000.00 , but there are many copies of the circuit, I chose the Throbak because it has both Germanium and Silicon Transistors and you can adjust the bias of each and its only 280.00 on ebay. Its really takes out the muddiness of the amp and with the tube sweetener its a great combo. Good Luck in your gear hunt and music!!!!!
Rob L I love Sweetwater. Besides the code 100 I also have a JCM 2000 half stack. But I would love this small form factor for a head. Probably going to grab it.
Stock speakers in a combos are not cheap or shitty, they are made for reliable emulation of built-in cabinets, you cannot get a similar sound of the 1960X cabinet through your v30 speakers
I've been thinking about scraping my old Crate 412 and putting the Celestion green backs in it. The Code 412 speakers are not great for someone that knows but still good
My guess is if you even replaced them with 4 new warehouse speakers you would be surprised how the sound improves. In one of my videos I show a comparison of a stock blackstar speaker and a warehouse Veteran30 speaker and there is a huge difference in the magnet.
looking to pick up one of these (used) and would love to know your recommendation for speakers . . I currently have a Code50 . . what would you recommend for that unit ? I am also planning on opening up the back to let it "breath" . . I love the sound from my Squier Tele, simple and easy to use
its imposible to recreate a marshall Valve Sound by modulation but i think you cant beat the Sound in comparrison to the price! And s an FOH man i can tell you: You´ll definatelly not hear the difference! I think a good guitarrist can feel the difference on stage but the Sound... i dont think so
I just picked up a Code 100H demo for a good price. Don't have a speaker cabinet yet. Have thought about putting together my own 2 X 12. I noticed you're using a Seismic Audio cabinet. I have thought about ordering one of theirs or possibly a Mojo Tone cabinet and installing a pair of Celestions. What do you think of Seismic Audio's products?
Very solid and unbeatable for the money especially if you can use a coupon code. Thanks for checking out my channel. th-cam.com/video/9b_ifkvX8wo/w-d-xo.html
@@RobNY5150 I'm a bit more inclined to the Katana due to flexibility and connections. I have the Katana 50 and it's a great amp. Just the cabinet is small. But when I connect it to a 2x12 cab it changes amazingly!
So guys, I've been wanting my first half stack (or something of that nature) after almost a decade of playing guitar. Would this be a good investment? Want an amp that does it all. Was looking into getting this and the 2x12 cab with it but most of the reviews I've seen give the "CODE" series a bad rep. Idk, the CODE in this demo sounds really good! And I'd feel right at home dialing tones for days since I already do that.
So to say, if you tweak it yourself and find your sweet spot, it's an amp worth it's money, but the presets marshall has to offer are garbage, don't use them, make your own presets.
Hey thanks! I made this video before I really checked out the app but its really great and I may do a separate video just showing how to take advantage of it!
The app is awesome. When connected by bluetooth, you have 100 settings on the handheld device, so you can choose to tweak the setting either on the amp or the handset. Obviously if you choose to adjust the settings on the handset, the amp is unaltered. Then if you take you handheld with you where they have a Marshall Code, you can just connect via bluetooth and you have all your settings with you. Perfect.
The gateway app is a must. A Must! Besides the extra presets, it is the best way to change dial settings and controls. I set up about 15’ away from my 1/2 stack and get the full tone of my cabinet and comfortably work the controls from my iPhone 8. I really need to find a cheapo used tablet and dedicate it only to my Code. There I can make super quick changes to setting during gigs. The programmable footswitch is also a must to turn on/off effects during individual songs.
Buen amplificador el problema son los preset, no se quien en marshall aprobó la salida a venta sin pensar en algo tan importante como la primera impresión.solo hay q sentarse y tocar todo hasta encontrar el sonido justo.buena review saludos.
Hi Rob: Thanks so much for the wonderful review! I have 2 Marshall 1960A Lead Cabs from the old days. Will I be able to run both cabs with this head (like you would with a traditional Marshall 100 watt tube head)?? Thought it would be a really big "stereo" sound with both cabs. Thanks in advance!
Hi just bought the code 100h new and there's no text on the display and button selections not working when I press one button they all go off? Am I missing something in regards to set up or is this a faulty amp I have bought
In my case, I'm often filming the equipment with my smart phone and need to be behind the scenes. But in addition I don't think being on camera would add anything to the video since the focus is the equipment. All of the music I do is recorded using the AXEFX3 directly into protools.
@@RobNY5150 I connected with USB. I can record on reaper. However, it did not take in consideration VST plug-ins while I added them to FX Track , like Gate, IRs., distortion....
Fair enough. I've owned Line6 in the past but not sure which series. My guess is that if you put them side by side with a standard celestion or a warehouse speaker, you would see the immediate difference in the size of the magnet which makes a huge difference. If you like your current tone thats all that matters.
I agree, but you’ll never have the variety of tones to choose from that actually sound legit. My bandmate uses your amp, and he gets a good crunch, overdrive and clean. I get Hendrix, Santana, Hammet, Navarro, Cantrell, etc, to play with the push of a button (once programmed) regardless of wether I’m playing covers or originals.
It's not bad. I had the 25 combo and now this one. 2 things..I hear alot of floor noise..especially on the jvm mode. And the fx loop works, but if you try and put a noise suppressor, like I do with the boss ns-2, it creates a "thump" sound Everytime a note is hit after the gate closes. Again, not a bad amp for the $$.
Well Avatar makes amazing customizable cabs. As far as factory... Marshall does make great cabs but it REALLY depends on the budget. Peavey makes good cabs a mid level price. Then high end...Mesa, Soldano, Orange. If you dont mind going used you can get more bang for the buck.
Please help me. I have a marshall code 50 and I am very happy with the amp's versatility and timbre. But, I feel that the amp speaker is very bad. I'm looking to take a 100h code and use it with a mx212a with two celestion seventy 80. I would like to know if you has a 100h head and if have already tested it in the code cabinet and others. Does the speaker improve the sound quality? Can you help me? Thank you!
I've only used the head with my 2x12 cabinet. The 70/80 speakers are decent but I would consider upgrading to like vintage 30s or what I use...warehouse speakers veteran 30s. Speakers make a huge difference in my experience.
Can you change the order of the presets for easy switching using the pedal? For example, if I wanted to use a JCM 800 tone as a main rhythm tone and also have a clean tone right next to it for easy switching between them both, is that possible on this amp?
Absolutely. You can have a clean preset, let's say as preset 1, and then a high gain preset as preset 2 etc etc. The optional footswitch would make it even more versatile.
I've found using a booster pedal, for lead etc, doesn't work very well. But if you create two identical settings, but have one louder, just kick the pedal ,sorted.
I actually don't because of a unique trade situation that came up for other gear. The CODE is awesome but I couldn't turn it down. I now have the DSL20HR running through the same 2x12 and I love it.
If you read my comments in the description I did warn that the direct recording I did for this was not representative of how it sounds in person. I'm used to recording direct either with BIASFX or the AXEFX3 and it could very well be a result of my (at the time) relative inexperience with the direct recording aspect of the CODE. Please dont judge the amp by the direct recording tones in this video.
8ohm speaker should be fine because the speaker output on the back of the head is 8ohms. Just make sure the speaker can handle the 100 watts of the head. As long as you're not blasting it, most speakers should be fine but thats why I use a 2x12, for a fuller sound but also two speakers can usually handle the 100 watts easier.
I have owned my code 25 for a while now, and instead of upgrading the speaker, i'm thinking about trading it in for a code 100 head. I also own a Marshall MG250DX which is a combo amp. can I unplug the speakers and plug the code 100 head to it? the speakers are 8 Ohm. can I run both speakers? is this a good idea?
The MG250DX is a 100 watt amp so theoretically I think you probably could use it as a 2x12 cabinet for the CODE. However I would recommend getting a separate 2x12 cabinet for the CODE because first, it will probably be a deeper/fuller sound (seismic audio has great budget cabs) and second, in my experience, speakers such as Warehouse speakers are a SIGNIFICANT upgrade to the stock speakers in the MG series (which I did own an MG at one time).
That's kind of a subjective question but put it this way, its loud enough for any gig or band practice. I've owned Marhalls, Mesas, Blackstars, Fenders etc and this head is fully professional.
I recorded direct via USB. I realized after I uploaded the video that I most likely had the levels wrong in pro-tools. The amp sounds amazing in person and unfortunately I didn't capture that on the recording.
You’re not wrong. It might be that I’m using one MIC and it’s not enough to distinguish over TH-cam. I can tell you that in the room, there’s a significant difference in tone.
Do not use the code speakers in the combos or the held stack quality cab good quality speakers make these things down great. The factory code speakers junk
They all sound the same with slight eq difference buy this fizz and crap is in all the sounds you demoed here. I wouldn't play through one unless I was at home playing with cool effects.
All your pre sets sound very close. Not much varation. I do not know if it is you or the amp just sucks. The amp sucks if that is all you can get out of it. I shure would not buy one based off what i DID NOT hear.
In person, the CODE amp models sound very different and cover a pretty wide range of sounds. The sounds on here did not come out the way I was anticipating and that's my fault, not the amp's.
I thought the head would sound better than the combos. Still sounds like shit. Just listen to those palm mutes. Horrible for metal. Might be useful for everything else.
All of the distorted examples sounded like loose, flabby garbage to me. I've been playing since 1976 and have played through and owned every major brand amp out there. Gotta say no thanks to this amp. Great video though.
Please don't go by the sound samples in this video. They were recorded directly into pro-tools via USB and I didn't do a great job. In person through a 2x12 or 4x12 cabinet, this head sounds great.
Nice post. I own a Code100h and run through a vintage 4x12 celestion G12t75 cab. This little modeler kicks ass. Basically, run it WITHOUT the cab simulator or with the simulation that matches your speaker setup, if you have less than a 4x12 cab. Only with a 4x12 cabinet can you effectively use all the other simulations. I challenge every doubter to set all settings to 5, turn off cab simulations, turn off all pedal modulations and run through every Marshall preamp model without a power amp model. Once you hear the bare bones of every one of Marshall’s historic lineup you’ll get chills upon realizing that once you learn to tweak settings you have a legitimate contender to all the amps that Marshall has to offer. This amp is not for millennial whiners or sissies who seek instant gratification. This amp NEEDS YOU to open her up and dial her in. It will take some time to experiment and truly feel at ease with it. You probably won’t be able to understand her right out of the gate, but if you use Marshall’s Code app, things are so much simpler. Hendrix, Navarro, Page, Waters, DeLeo, Thayill, Santana, Gibbons, Slash, Stradlin, Young, Cantrell, Morello, all all waiting to be unlocked within. This isn’t a toy, despite its size. This is a dream come true for us players who can never afford all of Marshall’s lineup. Get it.
*CLARIFICATION
I believe only with a 4x12 cabinet, can the other SPEAKER simulations be used to their fullest. They are still acces otherwise, but results will not be as dynamic.
Great summary! I think this amp is highly underrated. The fact that it's not getting more love in general I think is possibly a combination of some marketing missteps and like I say in the video, judging the series from from the smaller combos. Again, they are probably great for bedroom playing but the head is a serious gigging/studio amplifier.
What do you think about the american amp simulators it has?
Well personally, I don’t care for Fender amps and their sparkly chorus and mirrors of reverb. I hate when I stumble upon those setting with my code, so I guess it’s pretty damn spot on for those models. I’m not being a snob, Fender is not my preferred tone. I play hard rock and Marshall’s are made for that. I can definitely dial in Mike Ness’s bassman tone with this code, though. I believe the 100H with a good cabinet is the best option when purchasing this amp. I think the combos are cool for bedrooms, but on stage the 100H is boss and is really not complicated at all AFTER you’ve really learned to use the programmable footswitch and gateway app. I know it’s scary to buy “digital” gear, but this one’s for real. You can buy 1 expensive head and then spend hundreds more on pedals and find maybe 2-3 good times, or buy this, and maybe just a wah or boost after your guitar signal, and find damn near every guitar tone since the 60’s.
@@emmanuelmartinez100 I think they are totally useable. I can't compare them to the real thing but there isn't one bad amp model on that thing IMO.
One of the best code reviews I have seen so far, you actually demo the functions not just show what it does from a distance
Hey thanks! I really wanted to let people know how great this amp is especially for the money. The sound samples are not representative of how it sounds in person unfortunately but I think the CODE is totally underrated on TH-cam and in most reviews!
I have a code 100H on the way with a 2 12 cab and a nice red Sg, can’t wait
I purchased the code 50, and it is an excellent amp for practice sessions and playing with other musicians. ...
I read so many bad reviews on these amps but through chance bought the 100 H. Right out of the box I was disappointed with the 100 patches loaded on the amp, however.... once I downloaded the Gateway app and tried the additional 100 In App patches I found they sounded FAR superior to the amp presets. I ended up loading most of these to the amp along with some patches from the My Marshall website which ties into the Gateway App.
The patches preloaded to the amp seemed to be quite harsh, synthetic sounding and very trebly. The In App patches have a smoother delivery and are responsive more akin to tube/valve amp they modelled on.
I’m very pleased with the amp so far, the fact I can stream backing tracks to play and practice along to is also a great feature.
P.S.
The amp also sounds great with no FX or modelling selected, I run a Behringer Vintage Tube Monster pedal through the effects loop and it sounds superb
thanks for you review!! It helped me a lot!!
I have a Marshall Code 100 with the Marshall Origin 2x12 angled speaker cabinet, looks cool together.
oh you got the Origin cab instead of the code cab?
I've had this for a couple weeks. I think everything in this amp was created with the expectation that the cabinet simulations would be used. I have a 2x12 with vintage 30s and found that without cabinet simulation, the amp is so insanely bright and fizzy it's hard to use. The cabinet simulations seem to tame that a little.
@Bad Boys Boogie After EQing it more, I've gotten it better. Cabinet simulation made the bass a little too boomy- I found that gigging, the amp really wasn't too bright. Through the 2x12, I actually had to bring the resonance down a lot.
No It is fine without cabs sim.
It is also fine with..
It all depends on your ears, taste and knowledge of the manual.
"You....who are on the Rode....must have a CODE....that you can Live (Gig) By..." Got One on its Way - Thanks.
Excellent demo. Good description on how to work through all the details on this amp. Cheers
So many options/adjustments that I'll mess with the thing more than just play my damn guitar lol
I would name my chunkiest tone “big chungus” lol
I’ve pretty much settled on the Silver Jubilee model and never left. It’s a perfect match for a Les Paul 😁
Funny that's actually the only model I use now for distortion. I think I'm using American clean with chorus and delay for a clean patch.
@@RobNY5150 Same! I have a lot of nice effects, so I use American clean with my Tele with a touch of reverb and use my pedals through an effects loop. The Jubilee model I set the gain around 5-6 and I find I can control the distortion with the volume controls on my Les Paul pretty well. I have mine paired with the 412 cab and my friends can't believe the sounds I can get out of this thing. Have a feeling this combo will be a future classic :)
@@DougZbikowski right now I'm using it through a 2x12 with vintage 30 speakers. I also have a DSL20 head so I switch on and off between the two heads through the 2x12.
@@DougZbikowski Why did all of the settings sound fuzzy, when he played them? I have no experience with digital amps. I'm strictly tube amps.
appreciate your insight and video on this amp . i like your dsl crunch preset too, sounds great on my amp as well. I did add one thing to my head. I run a peavey/amr tube sweetener in the effects loop. It has 2- 12ax7's and 1- 12at7 and works well with this amp.I'm very pleased with this amp and the sweetener gives the compression and warmth of a tube amp.
Can you tell where did you found the tube sweetener? I'm looking for one for my Code100H. Greetings.
@@miguelanxomuradolo2638 it is vintage gear, so you have to look on reverb, ebay, any place that sells used gear . they do come up .you just have to keep seaching till you can find one.
@@akacme8428 Thank you a lot for your answer. I know it's vintage gear; I'm looking for one across internet, but I only could find items already sold. I will keep trying, because I check in its technical specifications that it is a very good device; I hope they will come up one day. Thanks & regards ;-)
@@miguelanxomuradolo2638 I wanted to tell you about something I added to really liven up the code amp also, I added a Throbak Strange Master between my guitar and the input of the code. It is a copy of the infamous Dallas Range master. look it up and checkout the videos on u tube. the originals are 3000.00 , but there are many copies of the circuit, I chose the Throbak because it has both Germanium and Silicon Transistors and you can adjust the bias of each and its only 280.00 on ebay. Its really takes out the muddiness of the amp and with the tube sweetener its a great combo. Good Luck in your gear hunt and music!!!!!
Sweetwater currently has the head at $249. Thinking I might grab it. I already have the 100 2x12
That's a great deal. If you don't like it they are easy with returns.
Rob L I love Sweetwater. Besides the code 100 I also have a JCM 2000 half stack. But I would love this small form factor for a head. Probably going to grab it.
I bought one from Swetwater during their sale I love it!!! Sounds great easy to use
@@RobNY5150 I see I never responded. I ended up buying it! I plan on using it for some upcoming shows with my Marshall 4x12
Stock speakers in a combos are not cheap or shitty, they are made for reliable emulation of built-in cabinets, you cannot get a similar sound of the 1960X cabinet through your v30 speakers
Fair enough. Over the years I've replaced the stock speakers that come in most "lower cost" type combos and it always made as dramatic difference.
@@RobNY5150 I agree. Cabinet emulation is worse than a real cabinet, as well as amplifier emulation is worse than a real amplifier.
I have a code 100 combo. Wonderful. Dude, you need to download the Marshall Gateway App. It just makes life easy.
Same
I have had mine for 2 years and I barely noticed that one can put names for your settings via the marshall amp app.via blue tooth.
It is a great amp.
Thank you, it's a great amp
and I appreciate your video muchly!😊
This amp is nice. Might one in the future and also nice pfp
Thank you so much for this Video! Good explaination!!!
I´m thinking about a backup System for my JCM2000 so i t´hink i will try this one out!
Running mine through a 200w English made Marshall 4x quad nicest of tones
I've been thinking about scraping my old Crate 412 and putting the Celestion green backs in it. The Code 412 speakers are not great for someone that knows but still good
My guess is if you even replaced them with 4 new warehouse speakers you would be surprised how the sound improves. In one of my videos I show a comparison of a stock blackstar speaker and a warehouse Veteran30 speaker and there is a huge difference in the magnet.
love mine too but I'm NOT good at figuring how to do my own settings....
looking to pick up one of these (used) and would love to know your recommendation for speakers . . I currently have a Code50 . . what would you recommend for that unit ? I am also planning on opening up the back to let it "breath" . . I love the sound from my Squier Tele, simple and easy to use
I’ve had good luck with Warehouse Guitar Speakers. Check them out if you want.
The little code I had served it's purpose, glad I got rid of it. There's no real substitute for real vintage JCM sound.
Nothing compares to a Marshall tube amp at 4. However, in a bar situation, nobody would know the difference.
its imposible to recreate a marshall Valve Sound by modulation but i think you cant beat the Sound in comparrison to the price! And s an FOH man i can tell you: You´ll definatelly not hear the difference!
I think a good guitarrist can feel the difference on stage but the Sound... i dont think so
Would love to know how this amp will handle a Big Muff or a Boss FZ1W
I just picked up a Code 100H demo for a good price. Don't have a speaker cabinet yet. Have thought about putting together my own 2 X 12. I noticed you're using a Seismic Audio cabinet. I have thought about ordering one of theirs or possibly a Mojo Tone cabinet and installing a pair of Celestions. What do you think of Seismic Audio's products?
Very solid and unbeatable for the money especially if you can use a coupon code. Thanks for checking out my channel.
th-cam.com/video/9b_ifkvX8wo/w-d-xo.html
Nice. Can't decide between the code 100h and the boss katana mk2 head. Hmmm which one?
No right or wrong answer but I'd say go with the Katana as the CODE100 has been discontinued. Plus the Katana seems a little easier to operate TBH.
@@RobNY5150 I'm a bit more inclined to the Katana due to flexibility and connections. I have the Katana 50 and it's a great amp. Just the cabinet is small. But when I connect it to a 2x12 cab it changes amazingly!
I need one of these. I have a Fender mustang head and its GREAT for fender sounds but the british sounds... Eh at best 😆.
So guys, I've been wanting my first half stack (or something of that nature) after almost a decade of playing guitar. Would this be a good investment? Want an amp that does it all. Was looking into getting this and the 2x12 cab with it but most of the reviews I've seen give the "CODE" series a bad rep. Idk, the CODE in this demo sounds really good! And I'd feel right at home dialing tones for days since I already do that.
So to say, if you tweak it yourself and find your sweet spot, it's an amp worth it's money, but the presets marshall has to offer are garbage, don't use them, make your own presets.
What about using the Gateway samart phone app?
Love this amp I bought the pedal to its simple to use amp. Great preiview and demo good job.
Hey thanks! I made this video before I really checked out the app but its really great and I may do a separate video just showing how to take advantage of it!
The app is awesome. When connected by bluetooth, you have 100 settings on the handheld device, so you can choose to tweak the setting either on the amp or the handset. Obviously if you choose to adjust the settings on the handset, the amp is unaltered. Then if you take you handheld with you where they have a Marshall Code, you can just connect via bluetooth and you have all your settings with you. Perfect.
The gateway app is a must. A Must! Besides the extra presets, it is the best way to change dial settings and controls. I set up about 15’ away from my 1/2 stack and get the full tone of my cabinet and comfortably work the controls from my iPhone 8. I really need to find a cheapo used tablet and dedicate it only to my Code. There I can make super quick changes to setting during gigs. The programmable footswitch is also a must to turn on/off effects during individual songs.
I own one of these...it rocks BIG TIME
Buen amplificador el problema son los preset, no se quien en marshall aprobó la salida a venta sin pensar en algo tan importante como la primera impresión.solo hay q sentarse y tocar todo hasta encontrar el sonido justo.buena review saludos.
I have the MG100 head...do you think i will be happy with this head?...i play low tuned guitars, 7-9 strings.
Happiness is inside you not in an amp.
Seek for it inside you and you shall see
Awesome review
Hi Rob: Thanks so much for the wonderful review! I have 2 Marshall 1960A Lead Cabs from the old days. Will I be able to run both cabs with this head (like you would with a traditional Marshall 100 watt tube head)?? Thought it would be a really big "stereo" sound with both cabs. Thanks in advance!
A good video bro I have this Amp and have not used to much I will be using a 4x12 240 watt Marshall cab thanks for your share !
The only way you change the settings is what the knob or using the phone app you can't save anything you're just too whatever you switch it to
Can you use this with a code 412 200w cabinet?
Yes- that's what I'm using now and it sounds incredible. Any 8 ohm cab will work.
Reminds me of the 11 rack
Hi just bought the code 100h new and there's no text on the display and button selections not working when I press one button they all go off? Am I missing something in regards to set up or is this a faulty amp I have bought
where can I find one now ?
Do any of your videos show you playing?
In my case, I'm often filming the equipment with my smart phone and need to be behind the scenes. But in addition I don't think being on camera would add anything to the video since the focus is the equipment. All of the music I do is recorded using the AXEFX3 directly into protools.
I am using Reaper as a DAW for recording, but it can`t detect Marshall in Audio settings In/Out . any clue ?Thank you
I don't think the CODE is set up like that. I believe you will have to use a cable from the CODE into your computer or an audio interface.
@@RobNY5150 I connected with USB. I can record on reaper. However, it did not take in consideration VST plug-ins while I added them to FX Track , like Gate, IRs., distortion....
CODE gets a bad rap but since all the updates, it is a fine amp.
Line 6 spider 4 75 watts and up all Have stock Celestion speakers and sound fine to me.just my opinion
Fair enough. I've owned Line6 in the past but not sure which series. My guess is that if you put them side by side with a standard celestion or a warehouse speaker, you would see the immediate difference in the size of the magnet which makes a huge difference. If you like your current tone thats all that matters.
I agree, but you’ll never have the variety of tones to choose from that actually sound legit. My bandmate uses your amp, and he gets a good crunch, overdrive and clean. I get Hendrix, Santana, Hammet, Navarro, Cantrell, etc, to play with the push of a button (once programmed) regardless of wether I’m playing covers or originals.
It's not bad. I had the 25 combo and now this one.
2 things..I
hear alot of floor noise..especially on the jvm mode. And the fx loop works, but if you try and put a noise suppressor, like I do with the boss ns-2, it creates a "thump" sound Everytime a note is hit after the gate closes. Again, not a bad amp for the $$.
why would you use an external noise suppressor when there's a built in noise gate?
@@chrisdaviesguitar Because the built in one isn't as good.
I would have liked to hear yoyr prested. Informative, I wanted to hear what you did. Maybe nex time.
whats some good 4x12 factory cabinets that are better than the marshall to go with this amp head? any input?
Well Avatar makes amazing customizable cabs. As far as factory... Marshall does make great cabs but it REALLY depends on the budget. Peavey makes good cabs a mid level price. Then high end...Mesa, Soldano, Orange. If you dont mind going used you can get more bang for the buck.
I replaced a 10 inch code speaker with a Jensen speaker from Beringer amp combo and it sounds way better....
Please help me. I have a marshall code 50 and I am very happy with the amp's versatility and timbre. But, I feel that the amp speaker is very bad. I'm looking to take a 100h code and use it with a mx212a with two celestion seventy 80. I would like to know if you has a 100h head and if have already tested it in the code cabinet and others. Does the speaker improve the sound quality? Can you help me? Thank you!
I've only used the head with my 2x12 cabinet. The 70/80 speakers are decent but I would consider upgrading to like vintage 30s or what I use...warehouse speakers veteran 30s. Speakers make a huge difference in my experience.
@@RobNY5150 , thank you!
Can you change the order of the presets for easy switching using the pedal? For example, if I wanted to use a JCM 800 tone as a main rhythm tone and also have a clean tone right next to it for easy switching between them both, is that possible on this amp?
Absolutely. You can have a clean preset, let's say as preset 1, and then a high gain preset as preset 2 etc etc. The optional footswitch would make it even more versatile.
Rob L awesome, thanks for the reply Rob!
does this take pedals well? like drives?
It does IMO but the built in overdrives are good enough for me.
How do you connect by usb to protools
Thanks a lot
Is this good for practice at home or the 100w are too much?
I have the 50 watt combo and even it is insanely loud. The 100 version must be ridiculous.
Do you mean vintage 30?
I have two Warehouse Speakers Veteran 30s in this cab.
Do the volume levels jump when switching patches?
You can control that by going through the patches and matching the relative volumes of each
I've found using a booster pedal, for lead etc, doesn't work very well. But if you create two identical settings, but have one louder, just kick the pedal ,sorted.
Let me tell you something you can't save patches you can always stay settings what the
I prefer the code 50
You still use the code?? any negatives?? love pancakes!!!!!
I actually don't because of a unique trade situation that came up for other gear. The CODE is awesome but I couldn't turn it down. I now have the DSL20HR running through the same 2x12 and I love it.
@@RobNY5150 oh cool- i want the 100 cause the screen is on the front but prob wayyyyy too loud for an apartment ya??
Because the code100 is digital, I think you could get a reasonable sound at lower volumes.
Can you use pedals with this?
It has a mono loop on the back panel.
Can you play this also at room volume or should I get it size smaller?
IMO since its solid state you can play at bedroom levels and get great tones
how does it sound with pedals cause i own a 5150 overdrive pedal.
I think it takes pedals well however I didn't use pedals often because it has everything built in.
I'm using the effects loop and it takes modulation effects extremely well.
Anyone else have issues with the muddy E and A string sound
If you read my comments in the description I did warn that the direct recording I did for this was not representative of how it sounds in person. I'm used to recording direct either with BIASFX or the AXEFX3 and it could very well be a result of my (at the time) relative inexperience with the direct recording aspect of the CODE. Please dont judge the amp by the direct recording tones in this video.
Can you use a single 8ohm 12 speaker cab with the head?
8ohm speaker should be fine because the speaker output on the back of the head is 8ohms. Just make sure the speaker can handle the 100 watts of the head. As long as you're not blasting it, most speakers should be fine but thats why I use a 2x12, for a fuller sound but also two speakers can usually handle the 100 watts easier.
I have owned my code 25 for a while now, and instead of upgrading the speaker, i'm thinking about trading it in for a code 100 head. I also own a Marshall MG250DX which is a combo amp. can I unplug the speakers and plug the code 100 head to it? the speakers are 8 Ohm. can I run both speakers? is this a good idea?
The MG250DX is a 100 watt amp so theoretically I think you probably could use it as a 2x12 cabinet for the CODE. However I would recommend getting a separate 2x12 cabinet for the CODE because first, it will probably be a deeper/fuller sound (seismic audio has great budget cabs) and second, in my experience, speakers such as Warehouse speakers are a SIGNIFICANT upgrade to the stock speakers in the MG series (which I did own an MG at one time).
I second the warehouse speakers. I got the Veteran 30’s for my Code 100 and it came to life. So happy.
How loud is the volume of this amp?
That's kind of a subjective question but put it this way, its loud enough for any gig or band practice. I've owned Marhalls, Mesas, Blackstars, Fenders etc and this head is fully professional.
@@RobNY5150 hey man is this amp compatible for both code 212 and 412 amp or is there any diff....pls reply i need help
@@preciouswelll.marshilong4133 yes it is
@@blakeslatton8991 thnks man
Have a code 50,I love it
Do you need a footswitch?
You don't need the footswitch to change presets but it does come with a basic up/down switch and I use it.
how did you recorded direct in? with fx loop send?
I recorded direct via USB. I realized after I uploaded the video that I most likely had the levels wrong in pro-tools. The amp sounds amazing in person and unfortunately I didn't capture that on the recording.
All of the amp settings sounded pretty much the same lol.
You’re not wrong. It might be that I’m using one MIC and it’s not enough to distinguish over TH-cam. I can tell you that in the room, there’s a significant difference in tone.
Nice.
Do not use the code speakers in the combos or the held stack quality cab good quality speakers make these things down great. The factory code speakers junk
hello jovem !!!!
faz um video marshall code 50 review ! ficou bom seu video.
They all sound the same with slight eq difference buy this fizz and crap is in all the sounds you demoed here. I wouldn't play through one unless I was at home playing with cool effects.
Please don't go by the sound demos here. I didn't do a great job with the recording. In a room with a good 2x12 or 4x12 the Code sounds great.
I would like to hear more guitar play and less technical explanations.
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You are taking very fast, please slow down next time😊
All your pre sets sound very close. Not much varation. I do not know if it is you or the amp just sucks. The amp sucks if that is all you can get out of it. I shure would not buy one based off what i DID NOT hear.
In person, the CODE amp models sound very different and cover a pretty wide range of sounds. The sounds on here did not come out the way I was anticipating and that's my fault, not the amp's.
he starts making noises 8 minutes in.
Mah! 🤷🏻♂️
I thought the head would sound better than the combos. Still sounds like shit.
Just listen to those palm mutes.
Horrible for metal.
Might be useful for everything else.
All of the distorted examples sounded like loose, flabby garbage to me. I've been playing since 1976 and have played through and owned every major brand amp out there. Gotta say no thanks to this amp. Great video though.
Please don't go by the sound samples in this video. They were recorded directly into pro-tools via USB and I didn't do a great job. In person through a 2x12 or 4x12 cabinet, this head sounds great.
Too complicated sounds like to me.